FIRMS got the lowdown on how to make the most of technology at an open day.

Northern Technologies in Nelson staged the event to demonstrate facilities available to local manufacturing firms such as 3D simulation systems used to help improve manufacturing techniques.

Guests at the event also took part in a live video conferencing link-up and toured Northern Technologies' conference and exhibition centre and new training suite.

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